Smoked paprika is made by smoking the peppers before grinding them into a powder. It has a deep, smoky flavor and is often used in Spanish cuisine, where it is used to flavor chorizo sausage, paella, and other dishes. Smoked paprika is also used to add a smoky flavor to grilled meats and vegetables.
Smoked Paprika adds authentic flavor to Spanish-style paellas. It's a key ingredient in Spanish chorizo and dry-cured lomo pork loin. In American cuisine La Vera Smoked Hot Paprika has become a secret ingredient used in pork barbecues, chicken kebabs, and hearty beef and lamb stews.
Be sure to finely mince your garlic and grate your ginger (keep them separate)
Both crushed red pepper and paprika have distinct culinary roles and can be used to enhance a variety of dishes:
Size and Shape
Some common chili peppers and their approximate Scoville heat units (SHU) include:
This is a good sauce to keep on hand at all times! Below are some storage tips for keeping your sweet chili sauce fresh and delicious for future use.



So, how do you use crushed red pepper flakes to substitute for paprika in your recipes? You will need to add one-third of the amount to the same amount of paprika required in your recipe.
